Home Instead celebrates move to new office building
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — An in-home care business celebrated the move to its new office building Thursday.
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‘It’s dire:’ Bartlett Center grapples with funding emergency as cuts threaten organization
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Every morning begins with a glimmer of hope for LaTonya Williams, executive director of the Bartlett Center, as she carries out the first of daily searches for potential grant opportunities.
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MU YDSA claims recent proposals would criminalize homelessness in Columbia
The University of Missouri’s Young Democratic Democratic Socialists of America allege recent proposals from UM System President Mun Choi would lead to criminalizing homeless.
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St. Joseph event pairs food drive with signature gathering for Missouri ballot initiatives
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Residents will get the chance to support a local food bank and let their voices be heard in Jefferson City as part of a dual food drive-signature gathering event this Saturday at the Rolling Hills Library.
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BREAKING: House passes bill to end historic government shutdown, sending measure to Trump
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House passed a bill Wednesday to end the nation’s longest government shutdown, sending the measure to President Donald Trump for his signature after a historic 43-day funding lapse that saw federal workers go without multiple paychecks, travelers stranded at airports and people lining up at food banks to get a meal for their families.
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Missouri receives partial SNAP benefits for November
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — Missouri SNAP benefits have been a constant cause of concern throughout November.
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North Andrew Librarian named finalist for new classroom furniture
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) —Â The North Andrew School District is seeking votes in a giveaway of $50,000 worth of new furniture for its library.Â
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MoDOT expects update by end of week on status of Gene Field bridge after closure
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Missouri Department of Transportation is continuing its evaluation of the Gene Field Road bridge after it was struck by an oversized load this week in St. Joseph.
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MoDOT prepares to tackle winter roads
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) —Â With winter around the corner, the Missouri Department of Transportation is preparing for the inclement weather.
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Chamber of Commerce leadership encourages SJSD administrators, board to ‘stay on a path forward’
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — As the St. Joseph School District’s Board of Education wrestles with deciding on a long-range plan, a Chamber of Commerce executive speaks up about the future of the school district.Â
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Shop St. Joseph kicks off Wednesday
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce kicked off its 19th annual Shop St. Joseph Holiday Program Wednesday.
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Chamber Chairman’s Breakfast features Evergy Senior Director
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce’s 2025 Chairman’s Breakfast will feature discussions centered around community growth and empowerment.
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MoWest Wind Ensemble presents ‘Momentum’ concert Thursday with jazz, honor choir on tap next week
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — From choir to jazz and a full ensemble of woodwinds, concerts and performances are coming up fast at MoWest.
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Showdown in St. Joseph draws near
ST. JOSEPH, Mo (KQTV)– Local boxers are preparing for a popular “Showdown” at East Hills Mall.
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Epstein email says Trump ‘knew about the girls,’ but White House calls release a Democratic smear
WASHINGTON (AP) — Jeffrey Epstein wrote in a 2019 email to a journalist that Donald Trump “knew about the girls,” according to documents made public Wednesday, but what he knew — and whether it pertained to the sex offender’s crimes — is unclear, and the White House quickly accused Democrats of selectively leaking the emails to smear the president.
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School board intends to explore modified Plan 2B: Lafayette and Central as two-high school model
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District Board of Education is set to meet again tonight with a plan for the future of St. Joseph public schools yet to be decided.
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Kevin Wilmott, Oscar-winning writer, to take part in MoWest speaking event in St. Joseph
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Cinema-goers and residents alike will get a unique opportunity to hear from Hollywood royalty on Thursday at Missouri Western.
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Behavioral healthcare expert explains men’s mental health epidemic
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) —Â According to the Missouri Department of Mental Health Division of Behavioral Health, out of nearly 74,000 Missourians who received mental health treatment, 47.8% of them were male.
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Supreme Court extends its order blocking full SNAP payments, with shutdown potentially near an end
(AP) – The Supreme Court on Tuesday extended an order blocking full SNAP payments, amid signals that the government shutdown could soon end and food aid payments resume.
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Joint law enforcement operation leads to three DUI arrests, 77 traffic stops in St. Joseph
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Local authorities have released the numbers from Saturday’s join law enforcement operation aimed at improving roadway safety and deterring dangerous driving.
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The City of Leavenworth hosts annual Veterans Day parade
By: Zac Scott LEAVENWORTH, Kan. (KQTV) — Veterans from Missouri and Kansas gathered to celebrate Veterans Day at a longstanding tradition in Leavenworth. The parade itself has been a staple in Leavenworth for 106 years, and is also known as one of the oldest Veterans Day observances in the nation and the largest parades west
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There’s no timeline on when flight cuts will ease up after the government shutdown ends
(AP) – Airlines have canceled more 9,000 flights across the U.S. since the Federal Aviation Administration ordered flight cuts late last week, mostly to ease demand on control towers that are short-staffed during the federal government shutdown.
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Community invited to find out ‘who killed Sherlock Holmes’
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) —Â Â The Main Street Saint Joseph and the Wayward Dreamers Guild are looking for local mystery lovers, detectives and investigators to take part in “The Great Detect-Off”.
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FDA recalls ADHD medications
ST. JOSPEH, Mo. (KQTV) — A heavily used ADHD medication is being recalled because users aren’t able to get the full effect.
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Benton High School set to perform ‘The Drowsy Chaperone,’ a funny, fast-paced musical
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Benton High School theatre is setting the stage this weekend for a celebration of old-fashion tunes and larger-than-life characters. Cast and crew of Benton High School are gearing up for a local production of “The Drowsy Chaperone” this weekend, a 1920’s-themed musical about a theater-loving man whose favorite cast
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St. Joseph honors veterans with parade
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) —Â Local organizations and community members witnessed the Joint Veterans Committee of Greater St. Joseph’s annual Veterans Day Parade Tuesday morning.
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SJSD School Board pumps the brakes on plan E, examine alternatives
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — After Monday night’s meeting, the St. Joseph School Board has decided to hit pause on Plan E. Instead, they’re taking more time to dig into the details of two other options — Plan 2B and Plan 7B.Â
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AFL-CIO Community Services seeking Adopt-A-Family volunteers
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The AFL-CIO Community Services is seeking volunteers for opportunities to help with its Adopt-A-Family program.
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Veterans Day Parade showcases St. Joseph’s appreciation for those who served
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — From North 22nd Street and Frederick Avenue all the way to City Hall, supporters lined the streets Tuesday in honor of those who dedicated their life to the armed forces.
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Missouri’s U.S. senators back funding bill to end shutdown
Missouri senators Josh Hawley and Eric Schmitt voted Sunday evening to advance the federal funding bill. The Senate is expected to hold a final vote Monday night, moving one step closer to ending what’s become the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.
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